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Fine Art Print : Cranes building cranes JLP01_08_093073
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Cranes building cranes JLP01_08_093073
Graythorp, Hartlepool. Two cranes on the quayside at Graythorp, lifting the foundation tub of a 509 Revolver crane.
In the early 1970s Laing Pipelines Offshore constructed the Graythorp fabrication yard and dry dock on the site of the old William Gray Shipyard. The company created a dry dock which was used for the construction of fixed platform North Sea drilling rigs for the BP North Sea Oil Project. By 1972, one thousand men were working on site to build a tubular structure which would support a drilling rig in the North Sea destined for the Forties Oilfield
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Media ID 24058870
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1970s Crane Marine Engineering Works
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. Witness the timeless beauty of history in action with this captivating image of cranes building cranes, JLP01_08_093073, by Joh from Historic England Archive. This extraordinary photograph transports you to the early 1970s, where Laing Pipelines Offshore was constructing the Graythorp fabrication in Hartlepool. Two cranes gracefully lift the foundation tub of a 509 Revolver crane, a testament to the engineering prowess of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let the intricate details and vibrant colors transport you back in time. A perfect addition to any fine art collection.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Cranes building cranes" takes us back to the early 1970s at Graythorp, Hartlepool. The image showcases two towering cranes on the quayside, engaged in a remarkable feat of engineering - lifting the foundation tub of a 509 Revolver crane. During this era, Laing Pipelines Offshore undertook an ambitious project to construct the Graythorp fabrication yard and dry dock on the grounds of the former William Gray Shipyard. This site would play a crucial role in supporting BP's North Sea Oil Project by fabricating fixed platform drilling rigs. The photograph offers a glimpse into the sheer scale and complexity of marine engineering works during that time. It is awe-inspiring to witness these colossal machines working harmoniously together, symbolizing human ingenuity and determination. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, we learn that approximately one thousand skilled workers were employed at this site alone. Their collective efforts focused on constructing a sturdy tubular structure capable of withstanding harsh conditions in the Forties Oilfield within the North Sea. This print not only captures an impressive moment in maritime construction but also serves as a testament to British industry's ability to adapt and thrive amidst challenging circumstances.
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